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Caribou Biosciences is a leading clinical-stage CRISPR genome-editing biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing transformative therapies for patients with devastating diseases. Our next-generation genome-editing technology enables superior precision to develop cell therapies that are armored to potentially improve activity against diseases. We believe the future of cell therapy is off-the-shelf, and we are advancing our pipeline of off-the-shelf, or allogeneic, cell therapies from our CAR-T cell therapy platform as readily available treatments for patients with hematologic malignancies and autoimmune diseases.

Members of the Caribou herd open their minds to new ideas and welcome diverse perspectives. We proudly assert that teams do their best work when their members are personally engaged, their ideas are taken seriously, and contributions are recognized. Members of the herd work from our headquarters in Berkeley, California, or remotely.

Position: Executive Assistant to Executive Leadership

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and solution-oriented Executive Assistant to support Caribou Biosciences' Executive Leaders and their respective teams. This role requires a skilled professional who can manage multiple priorities, problem-solve effectively, and serve as a trusted point of contact for the executive's direct reports and broader team. The Executive Assistant will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless day-to-day operations while contributing to company-wide initiatives and collaborating with other administrative staff.

The Executive Assistant will report directly to their assigned Executive Leader(s) and will support additional leaders as requested. This role requires regular on-site presence at our Berkeley office, as determined by the leader and team needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide executive support to assigned Executive Leaders, including support for Vice President-level leaders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for team members, ensuring clear communication and facilitating team needs as they arise.
• Extensive calendar and travel management, including proactive scheduling adjustments, logistical coordination, and expense report preparation.
• Anticipate executive and team needs, ensuring the smooth operation of both strategic priorities and day-to-day activities.
• Interface with the executive team, Board of Directors, consultants, scientific advisory boards, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to coordinate business meetings, conferences, and company events.
• Manage CLX/contract administration for vendors, consultants, and partners, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation.
• Provide project management support for events, conferences, and other business needs, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support company-wide initiatives such as onboarding, corporate events, and team-building activities.
• Attend Executive Assistant/Admin team meetings to collaborate, share best practices, and support group projects, events, and team goals.
• Provide backup support to other administrative staff during absences or peak workloads.
• Assist with project management, follow-up on assigned initiatives, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and meeting agendas as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years' experience supporting Executive Leaders in small- to mid-sized companies, preferably in the life sciences or biotech industry.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset and ability to take initiative in resolving issues.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with team members, leaders, and administrative peers.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and rapidly adjust to changing business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom, and other video conferencing and expense management tools.
• Ability to proactively manage responsibilities, taking initiative with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Experience managing schedules across multiple time zones and coordinating logistics for both virtual and live meetings.
• Flexibility to work onsite regularly, including before and during executive onsite days, and willingness to travel as needed.
• Experience with CLX/contract management, project coordination, and planning business events.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent.
• Familiarity with scientific and/or medical terminology.
• Experience supporting advisory boards, conferences, or investor meetings.

Caribou compensation and benefits include:

• Comprehensive compensation package, which includes competitive salary, bonus, and equity for all employees.
• Salary Range: $120,000 to $133,000 - This represents the present low and high end of the Company's pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location, skill, experience, and performance.
• Generous paid vacation time, in addition to company-observed holidays.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, which includes matching employer contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).

The benefits and stock purchase described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

Caribou is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, hair texture or type, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, Caribou prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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